Mechanical Engineering Co-op (Summer/Fall 2025)

As a Mechanical Engineering Co-op at Foth, your primary responsibilities will include applying engineering fundamentals to support design and analysis tasks along with a lead engineer. You'll create and detail machine design drawings using 2D and 3D software, provide assembly support for custom machine projects, and help maintain a comprehensive 3D parts database, contributing to innovative solutions for our clients.

To qualify for the Mechanical Engineering Co-op position at Foth, candidates must have completed at least 6 semesters in an ABET accredited mechanical engineering program, with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Additionally, prior coursework or experience in beginning-level AutoCAD Mechanical 2D functions and familiarity with at least one 3D modeling program such as Inventor, SolidEdge, or Solidworks is required.

Interested candidates can apply for the Mechanical Engineering Co-op position directly through Foth's careers page. Be sure to include a resume that highlights your educational background, relevant coursework, and experiences specific to mechanical engineering. Don't forget to indicate your GPA and any software familiarity to stand out!

The work environment for a Mechanical Engineering Co-op at Foth is nurturing and engaging. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and professional growth, you'll work alongside a supportive team of experienced engineers who are dedicated to innovation and success. This dynamic culture promotes flexibility, values-based practices, and continuous learning opportunities.

Absolutely! Foth is committed to fostering professional growth for all its members. As a Mechanical Engineering Co-op, you'll be involved in diverse and challenging projects that promote skill development and knowledge application. Our supportive team environment encourages continuous learning and mentorship, ensuring that you can make the most of your time with us.

When answering this question, be detailed about the project scope, your specific role, and the outcomes. Discuss the software functionalities you utilized, challenges you faced, and how your contributions directly impacted the project’s success.

Highlight key principles such as safety, sustainability, functionality, and manufacturability. Discuss how you apply these principles in your academic work and any projects, showcasing your understanding of engineering design fundamentals.

Share your problem-solving process—break it down into manageable parts, gather relevant data, brainstorm potential solutions, and evaluate risks. Illustrate with examples from your coursework where this approach led to successful outcomes.

Focus on your role within the team, the project goals, and how you effectively communicated and collaborated with your peers. Good teamwork is crucial in engineering, so highlight how you contributed positively towards achieving shared objectives.

Discuss the specific software packages you’ve worked with, detailing how you've utilized them in your academic projects. Explain any challenges you faced and how mastering these tools has enhanced your design capabilities.

Mention various ways you keep up with the industry, such as following relevant publications, attending webinars, participating in engineering clubs, or taking additional courses. Show your passion for continuous learning and keeping skills updated.

Be authentic and share your story. Discuss the aspects of mechanical engineering that excite you, such as solving problems, designing innovative products, or your interest in how things work. Connect it to your career aspirations.

Identify your strengths, relevant experiences, and how they align with Foth’s values and work culture. Showcase your eagerness to contribute to Foth’s projects and how you can bring unique perspectives or skills to the team.

Detail the project context, the improvement you proposed, its implementation, and the resulting impact. Quantify the improvements wherever possible—such as cost savings, enhanced efficiency, or performance—demonstrating your innovative mindset.

Show your openness to feedback by providing an example of receiving constructive criticism in a past project. Discuss how you addressed the feedback, made necessary adjustments, and grew from the experience, reflecting resilience and the desire to improve.